Ignition

"Qin Yiguan."

"I think I must tell you."

At this moment, Jiao Shensan remained as steady as a mountain. "I did indeed intend to study you, but it was definitely not something like imprisonment, observation, or dissection."

"In my imagination, we'll be like work partners, working together to solve one mystery after another."

"I know that, in some people's eyes, the Research Society doesn't have a very good image."

"But as the chief scientist here, I would never target someone as exceptional... as you."

Jiao Shensan paused slightly at this point, then slowly took a breath.

"For many years."

"What I have always rebelled against are those in positions of power who attempt to control everything, to cover everything up, and to deprive others of their freedom and rights under the guise of maintaining order."

As he spoke, Jiao Shensan slowly turned his head, and a void screen appeared.

Among them was Jiu Zhengxuan, whose expression was stern.

At this moment, the young man in the white suit seemed somewhat agitated. He raised his hand and crushed the second access control system in front of him, then slammed his shoulder into the door, breaking through it.

Qin Yiguan paused.

Jiu Zhengxuan!

He did come!

Moreover, his physical strength is so terrifying; he must possess some kind of Reality Enhancement.

And in that very moment...

Qin Yiguan glanced at the layout diagram on the screen.

The Research Society's Space Fortress was very large; Jiu Zhengxuan needed to overcome 12 security checkpoints to enter the conference room.

Judging by his speed, he has at most 2 minutes left!

Then Jiao Shensan slowly took a few steps forward, took out two small items from his white coat, neatly placed them on the table, and pushed them toward Qin Yiguan.

The first item was a brown piece of paper, somewhat like an old-fashioned roll of film, but only a small section of it, and twice as thick.

The second item resembled a long strip of chewing gum, a small, elongated cube, but its color was extremely strange—pitch black.

Jiao Shensan said calmly, "I know you're full of questions right now, but even if I had time to explain what happened to me, you probably wouldn't understand. So, this information packet is a clue I'm leaving for you. The truth is for you to uncover."

then.

Jiao Shensan pointed to the brown 'chewing gum' again, "Don't you like the dark? As for this, it's a gift I left for you."

The boy paused. "You even know this kind of information?"

Jiao Shensan smiled and continued, "The material inside is called Kentablack. It's similar in form to your disguise, but its technological content is at least 100 times higher."

"Kentablack..."

"It's a color name."

"Its light reflectivity is only 0.000205%, which is the legendary ultimate black. When you look at it, even your eyes can't find the focus. It also has a name: Liquid Black Hole. Of course, it doesn't possess the terrifying gravity of a black hole."

The boy looked at the two items on the table.

He then turned to look at Jiao Shensan.

The Research Society Chief Scientist, however, had a somewhat benevolent expression.

The boy did not act rashly.

I have absolutely no idea what this Research Society's chief is up to.

"Now."

Goodbye.

But then Jiao Shensan revealed a kind smile again, took out two red patches from his pocket, one to his chest where his heart was, and the other to his forehead.

The boy was confused.

Sizzle!

A red glow flashed, black smoke rose, and the smell of charred flesh filled the air.

Suddenly, Jiao Shensan's two plaster-like patches burst forth with intense light, but instead of shooting outwards, they burned inwards!

It only took 3 seconds.

Jiao Shensan's chest was burned through, leaving a hole the size of a fist; his heart was reduced to ashes.

Jiao Shensan's forehead was also burned through, leaving a hole, and his brain was completely destroyed!

His eyes bulged out, it was unclear whether he was staring at the boy or at the distant place behind him.

Thump!

Jiao Shensan's body fell backward, lifeless!

By this time, the sun had already risen, and there were no longer Jiao Shensan shadows on the ground.

The boy stood there, stunned.

He... committed suicide?

The Research Society Chief Scientist institute committed suicide?

And it was done using such terrifying methods!

This is the metaverse, so is his physical body in reality also...?

A thunderous roar resounded in the boy's heart.

No one could have imagined that this assassination attempt would end like this.

What on earth is going on?!

Knock knock knock!

The boy turned around in astonishment, only to hear a violent crash coming from outside the conference room door!

The metal door also showed faint signs of deformation!

The Research Society's Space Fortress, in a storage room.

The door was locked from the inside.

Jingye Meinan and Chen Mudou sat on a long metal table in the center of the warehouse.

Chen Mudou was still clutching her folder tightly, head down, biting her lip lightly, "You scumbag, do you think Boss Qin's Fusion Rate is so low? Won't he encounter any danger if he goes on a mission alone?"

Please don't call me a scumbag anymore.

"Sorry, you jerk."

Jingye Meinan rubbed his forehead, somewhat helplessly, "We all joined the Dog Gang for our own reasons, so it's very important to choose the right leader."

"And our Boss Qin..."

"He seems to be hiding something."

Jingye Meinan then laughed and said, "If he can successfully kill the Research Society's chief, or seriously injure that guy... even a minor injury is fine, as long as there's blood, I'll acknowledge him as the leader!"

"If he hadn't accidentally died or been arrested..."

Jingye Meinan shrugged. "There's nothing we can do. Survival of the fittest, we'll have to find a new leader."

Chen Mudou, still clutching the folder, stared at the ground. "You're heartless."

"Am I heartless?"

I have nothing, but I have plenty of love!

Jingye Meinan pursed his lips deeply, then turned his head to glance at the girl beside him.

Although Chen Mudou's entire body was covered in active coating, his clothing and body shape were still clearly visible.

As a professional athlete, Jingye Meinan lowered his gaze slightly, observing the girl starting from her feet.

The shoes were old-fashioned leather shoes, with a leather strap on the instep and a protruding buckle.

Her legs weren't thick to begin with, but the super thick stockings she wore made them look twice as thick.

Even when sitting, the cotton skirt went past her knees.

His upper body was layered with at least five pieces of clothing: a long-sleeved shirt, a shirt, a vest, and then an oversized suit jacket...

Her face was chubby, and her oversized glasses looked like a mask with spiral patterns on them.

Height...151cm, no more.

"What are you looking at...?"

Chen Mudou clutched the folder nervously, his body trembling slightly.

"Hey-hey."

Jingye Meinan gave a mischievous grin.

Anyway, the two of them were quite bored waiting for Qin Yiguan here.

Let's find something to have fun.

Of course, a guy like Jingye Meinan, who's a "hundred flowers cutter" (meaning he's incredibly attractive), wouldn't be sexually aroused at all by a girl like Chen Mudou.

But he can flirt.

And that was it. Just for fun.

Jingye Meinan reached back and smoothed his hair, then took out a cigarette and put it in his mouth. "Mudou, do you have a lighter?"

Chen Mudou lowered his head, his voice tinged with confusion, "How would I have a lighter?"

"No?"

Jingye Meinan feigned surprise, "Then why has my heart been ignited by you?"